Chief of Police

Chief Kris Battenfield has dedicated more than 20 years to the Humble Police Department, serving in a variety of roles throughout his career, including Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Training Instructor, Supervisor, and Administrator. He was appointed Chief of Police in July 2026 after progressing through the department’s supervisory ranks of Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain.

Chief Battenfield brings approximately 10 years of supervisory experience to his role as Chief. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to professional development, officer training, accountability, and effective leadership. As a Field Training Officer, he has trained more than 20 officers, helping develop the next generation of law enforcement professionals. He also enjoys teaching department personnel and remains actively involved in training and professional development at the Humble Police Department.

Chief Battenfield plays an active role in the department’s accreditation efforts and assists with compliance mandates established through the Texas Police Chiefs Association. He is a current member of the Texas Police Chiefs Association, the International Association of Chiefs of Police, and the Houston Area Police Chiefs Association.

Chief Battenfield holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Management from Texas A&M University. His professional education includes numerous specialized law enforcement and leadership courses, including Field Training Officer, Basic Instructor, Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner, Intoxilyzer Operator, and Basic SWAT training.

In 2021, Chief Battenfield completed the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas Leadership Command College, expanding his leadership capabilities and strengthening his understanding of the challenges and characteristics of effective modern law enforcement leadership. He has also completed the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy, consisting of courses in supervision, management, and executive leadership. He is currently enrolled in the Law Enforcement Command Officer Program offered through the Texas Police Chiefs Association.

Chief Battenfield believes that effective law enforcement is built upon strong leadership, continuous professional development, accountability, and meaningful relationships with the community. He enjoys teaching fellow law enforcement personnel and remains actively involved in community outreach initiatives, including National Night Out, Coffee with a Cop, and the Citizen Police Academy.

With a diverse background encompassing patrol operations, field training, instruction, supervision, administration, education, and community engagement, Chief Battenfield brings a broad perspective to his leadership of the Humble Police Department. He looks forward to leading the department through the evolving challenges of modern law enforcement while maintaining a strong commitment to the department’s personnel, the community, and the City of Humble.